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title: "Executive Search, Selection Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068a45"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CHESHIRE EAST COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-24"
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# Executive Search, Selection Services

Buyer: CHESHIRE EAST COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068a45

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## Summary

Cheshire East Council has recently awarded a contract for executive search and selection services as part of its tendering process. The council, located in Crewe, UK, sought assistance for the recruitment of six roles within its borough and opted for a direct procurement method without competition, below the threshold. The procurement falls under the industry category of recruitment services and is classified as a service contract. The awarded contract commenced on 22 April 2026 and is set to conclude on 31 July 2026, with an agreement signed swiftly by 21 April 2026. PENNA PLC, a reputed SME based in London, has been selected as the supplier, indicating the active stage of completion in this procurement process.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the recruitment industry, especially those proficient in executive search and selection services, to explore potential collaborations with public authorities. Companies such as PENNA PLC, which possess a strong track record in handling recruitment service contracts, are well-suited to compete in similar opportunities. While the current tender has been awarded without competition, it sets a groundwork for businesses to align with public sector demand, thus enabling growth through delivering specialised recruitment expertise for governmental entities.

## Notice

Executive Search and Selection for 6 roles for Cheshire East Borough Council

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037370-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 21 Apr 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £77,760 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CHESHIRE EAST COUNCIL |
| Locality | CREWE |
| Post town | Crewe |
| Postcode | CW1 2JZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD62 Cheshire East |
| Local authority | Cheshire East |
| Electoral ward | Crewe Central |
| Westminster constituency | Crewe and Nantwich |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PENNA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79600000 - Recruitment services

## Release History

- 24 Apr 2026 at 08:11 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037370-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037370-2026
  24th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cheshireeast.gov.uk
- http://www.penna.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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